Job Description

ASI Financial Services, a leading Level 1 BBBEE Intermediary in the Financial Services Industry, has a position available for a Group Senior Legal Advisor. The Group Senior Legal Advisor will form part of the Risk, Legal and Compliance department and the greater Business Enablement Department and will report to the Executive: Risk, Compliance and Legal . The Group Senior Legal Advisor will provide legal support services to the ASI Group of companies. You will be expected to think strategically and contribute towards the strategic development of the team.

ROLES AND DUTIES

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Legal Documents:

Drafting of all legal documentation such as non-disclosure agreements, offer to purchase letters, purchase and sale agreements, shareholders agreements, Memorandum of Incorporation, Board Resolutions, Service Level Agreements etc. Vetting of all legal agreements received from third parties, providers, and clients; Support the sales team with negotiation of tenders and long-term service contracts; and Assist with a range of other contracts and legal issues that may arise across the business including data protection, labour law relations etc. Legal Advice: Advise and assist on a range of business transactions such as Acquisitions, and commercial and legal structuring; Support in addressing, resolving, and managing legal issues; Identify key legal risks, research issues, and formulate strategies to mitigate exposures; Prepare legal opinions as may be necessary; Monitor, research, and understand relevant legislative changes and case law affecting Mainstream's business and the Financial Services Sector including regulatory and Labour Law matters; and Provide ongoing and ad hoc legal advice in a variety of legal topics (e.g., Company law, Competition Law, labour law, litigation, etc). Litigation: Support business in initiating or defending legal action against the business, including drafting /reviewing / managing progress of litigation and consulting with external legal and other advisors where applicable and in a cost sensitive manner.

Other Support:

As required, engage with both external and internal legal/advisory resources; Identify opportunities for new business and growth and communicate to management; Support to the Human Capital Department by vetting employment agreements, documentation, policies, and processes to ensure it is in line with the Labour Laws of South Africa; Vetting of general Company policies; Legal Administration; Legal risk management; Operational strategic development for Risk, Legal and Compliance business unit; and You will be required to also obtain exposure to other parts of the greater company group such as Insurance, Employee Benefits, Investments and Regulatory Compliance.

SKILLS, QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

B-degree in Law or LLB essential; Admitted attorney essential; At least 5 years post articles commercial drafting and litigation experience in a reputable law firm or at the Bar essential; A general corporate commercial background with at least 1 years' experience as an in-house legal counsel or advisor in a financial services business or other corporate would be advantageous; Excellent commercial drafting and negotiation skills and experience; Good experience in the drafting of pleadings and litigation; Good commercial acumen and Business law; Good Competition Law knowledge advantageous; Good Labour Law knowledge; Excellent Computer literacy; Excellent oral and written communication skills; Ability to work independently as well as in a team; Detail orientated and attention to detail; Good people skills and conflict resolution skills; and Ability to work under strict deadlines and under pressure.

BENEFITS

Market related salary Provident Fund benefit Gap Cover benefit Work from home one day a week The company has a variety of exciting social gatherings throughout the year Company cellphone and latop provided

HOW TO APPLY

Send your latest CV and a motivational letter on why you would be a good fit for the above role to recruitment@asi.co.za with the subject: Senior Legal Advisor

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Application Question(s):

What is your salary expectation for this role?
Education:

Bachelors (Required)
Experience:

post articles: 5 years (Required) in-house legal counsel: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person